Rockcastle County Schools

We’re excited to welcome Ms. Cayci Mahaffey as the Special Education Assistant for our district! With many years of dedicated service to Rockcastle County Schools, she brings a wealth of experience and passion to this important role. Welcome, Ms. Mahaffey! 🚀

🚀 KinderBoost Update: Spots are still available at Brodhead Elementary and Roundstone Elementary!

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for children entering kindergarten in 2025–26. From July 21–August 1, your little learner will enjoy engaging activities in reading, math, and more—plus hot meals each day!

📍 8 AM – 12:40 PM | 🖍️ Limited seats remain at BES & RES
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/J4M79RXMHZY7En2r9

Hey Rocket Leaders! 🚀✍️

The Kentucky Writing Project Summer Institute is coming to Rockcastle!
Grow your instructional practices, connect with fellow educators, and reignite your passion for teaching writing.

RCHS Girls Soccer open fields and tryouts are coming up! ⚽
Open to all girls entering grades 7–12.
📍Optional Open Fields: July 10 & 11 | 9–11 AM
📍Mandatory Tryouts: July 15 | 6–8 PM at RCHS
Make sure you have a sports physical on file!

Summer Fuel-Up pick-up is today from 4–6 PM at RCHS (back parking lot)! 🚗
Registered families can grab weekly meal kits to keep Rocket Learners fueled all summer long. ☀️

We are excited to welcome Mr. Thomas Greer as the new Assistant Principal at Rockcastle County High School! With over 30 years of experience in education, Mr. Greer brings a strong foundation of leadership and dedication to our Rocket community. Welcome to RCHS!🚀

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Rockcastle County Schools! Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and freedom that define our nation. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful 4th of July!

Rocket Refuel Summer Fuel Up 🚀 615 students served today thanks to our incredible RCS Food Services team! A huge shout-out to Rockcastle’s Gifted and Talented students and their parents for volunteering and making a difference! 🌟

Rocket Refuel pick-up is today from 4–6 PM at RCHS (back parking lot). Thank you for helping us fuel our Rocket Learners all summer long. 😎

All Rockcastle County School District buildings will be closed from June 30 through July 4. Buildings will reopen on Monday, July 7th. 🚀

575 students were served today through Rocket Refuel: Summer Fuel-Up! Thank you to our dedicated volunteers for helping us keep Rocket Learners fueled all summer long. 🚀

Reminder: Rocket Refuel Summer Fuel-Up pick-up is TODAY from 4–6 PM at Rockcastle County High School (back parking lot). 🚀

Summer Boost pick-up is happening from 12:00–1:00 PM at Mt. Vernon Elementary (Drive-Thru)! PreK–5th grade students will receive a lunch, books, and fun summer learning items. Don’t miss it!📚

Rockcastle County Schools is excited to announce Ms. Brooke Bishop as the new Assistant Principal of Rockcastle County Middle School. Please join us in welcoming her to this leadership role! With many years of dedicated service to RCMS, Ms. Bishop’s commitment to our students and staff continues to make a lasting impact. 🚀

Rockcastle County Schools guide to SB 181

758 students were served today through our Rocket Refuel: Summer Fuel-Up program! 🍽️ A big thank you to our amazing volunteers for making it all possible. 🚀

A big thank you to the volunteers from the Kentucky Christian Assembly church camp for lending a hand with today’s Rocket Refuel: Summer Fuel-Up distribution! Their willingness to serve alongside our Food Service team helps ensure Rockcastle students have access to nutritious meals all summer long.🚀

Reminder: Rocket Refuel pick-up is today from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Rockcastle County High School (back parking lot). Students do not need to be present. Please stay in your vehicle.

📣 Reminder: Summer Boost is TODAY! Families of PreK–5th grade students — don’t forget to stop by for this week’s Summer Boost pick-up! 📍 Mt. Vernon Elementary School (Drive-Thru) 🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

RCHS interns Makayla Wagers and Hayden Deatherage, in partnership with ASPI intern Blayne Schwartz from the University of Notre Dame, collaborated on a high tunnel project at Hallow Springs Farm through the PIM Grant. This hands-on experience challenged students to apply problem-solving skills and adapt agricultural technology to address the impact of increased rainfall.